BCC launches online radio station

Thursday

Feb 21, 2013 at 11:01 AM

Putting the power of the media in your hands — that's the idea behind public access television. Now, the Fall River Community Television station based at Bristol Community College is expanding that public access to radio.

Putting the power of the media in your hands — that's the idea behind public access television. Now, the Fall River Community Television station based at Bristol Community College is expanding that public access to radio.

So, if you want your own radio show, now is the time to step up, BCC says.

FRCRadio is looking for community members, both individuals and organizations, who want to be heard on air through the new Internet radio station hosted at www.live365.com.

What would you share with the community on your own radio show? Your opinion on sports? Your thoughts on local politics? Or maybe you'd rather just be a DJ for an hour and play the songs you love. Hosting a show on public access radio is open to anyone in Greater Fall River.

"This is such a valuable way to keep the community engaged," said Keith Thibault, director of the public access station. "If you have something to say, FRCradio can give you a voice."

The station will hold an information session Tuesday, March 5, 6:30 p.m., in the television studio of the college's Jackson Arts Center, 777 Elsbree St.

Fall River Community Television is expanding its web presence and services, beefing up its online resources with streaming and video on-demand, as well as creating more local programs. Through the Internet-based radio station, anyone can create their own radio program to share with the world.

FRCRadio also will offer the resource of podcasting. After a program has aired, show hosts can share the programs as podcasts through their websites or social media, allowing listeners to follow a program at their convenience.

This is an opportunity for all members of the community — those who want to create their own programming, but also for those who want to learn the ropes of a radio production. Volunteers can be trained to operate the equipment and run the board, while getting hands-on experience in the studio.

More information is available by contacting Keith Thibault at info@frctv.org or by calling (508) 678-2811, ext. 2354.